What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal/Legal Assistant position at Heritage Law Offices Inc?
Heritage Law Office is a small civil litigation law firm in Orem, Utah, that handles primarily family law, personal injury, estate planning, and criminal law. We are searching for a experienced Paralegal/Legal Assistant.
The firm is seeking a detail oriented, highly organized, technologically savvy and self-reliant Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join our firm. Legal assistant/law firm experience is required.
Candidates must have the highest level of confidentiality and discretion, independent judgment, the ability to work with minimal supervision, critical thinking skills, be able to manage multiple matters, meet required work deadlines, have excellent writing and communication skills, know court rules and protocol and be a team player.
The preferred candidate will be able to provide assistance during all phases of the litigation process including client intake, legal research, document preparation and filing, and attending trials. We are looking for someone interested in a long-term position. Our firm offers a competitive salary (pay negotiable depending upon experience), flexible hours and benefits including matching 401(k).
Responsibilities: Drafting various pleadings, discovery, correspondence, scheduling and other legal documents
Perform administrative duties (calendaring and monitoring hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, scheduling with clients, preparing binders for hearings, etc.)
Manage discovery in assigned cases.
Manage correspondence between attorney and clients.
Organize and maintain physical and electronic client files.
Electronic filing with Federal and State Courts.
Track and monitor all cases.
Provide proactive support to the attorneys and firm.
Other tasks as needed
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $30